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Fintech Sees Renewed Focus in Colombia

Andreessen Horowitz

Given that the majority of Colombians now have access to a smartphone, the internet, and a basic bank account, the conditions are set for an acceleration of financial innovation and inclusion. In particular, several government actions have expanded fintech’s capabilities in Colombia in recent years.

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Making the Most of Open Source AI

Andreessen Horowitz

Whether it’s industry debates over business models and the actual definition of open , or governments actively discussing how to regulate models, seemingly everyone has an opinion on what it means for AI models to be open. The good, the bad, and the ugly.

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The Three Strategic Questions Facing AI Agencies

Tom Tunguz

In meeting many of these innovative businesses, I’ve observed they face three strategic questions. Classic agencies don’t value the software enough to engender pricing power, develop fast sales cycles, or change the operations of their business to maximize the value of the ML innovation.

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Recurring Billing: Definition, How it Works, and Best Practices

Stax

As the business landscape continues its unstoppable evolution, the necessity for operational efficiency and innovation becomes even more pronounced. Consider this: Consumers are already conditioned to the subscription model. Learn More What is Recurring Billing? Plans include pricing, billing cycles (e.g.,

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Top 10 Compliance Tips for Startups

Scytale

Do your research to determine which standards and regulations apply to your industry, business model, and organization. Understand Your Obligations As a startup, you’re still subject to various obligations like any other business. Topics should include data governance, security protocols, HR practices, and more.

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SAAS and the New Tenets of Partner Engagement

Techsnyder

Partner Governance, no more optional: SaaS necessitates more autonomy to partners, and it is like a double-edged sword. To ensure customer success there should be light weight but stern governance mechanisms in place in all aspects of partner involvement.

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Pricing Transformations in 2022

OpenView Labs

Science, conscious consumers, and next-gen founders will drive ESG’ innovation in 2022. Meanwhile the federal government is lending its support to usage-based pricing by amending its GSA schedule to allow agencies to ‘pay by the drink.’ . But during the low inflation/low interest rate cycle governments amassed huge debts.

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